This past week, we said goodbye to our home here in Raleigh. This house has seen so much life happen in the past 5 years. We've brought 3 babies home from the hospital, we've spent nearly half our marriage here, we've begun our homeschool journey, we've repented and forgiven one another more times than I can count inside these walls. I wanted to share our real estate photos to preserve the memory of this sweet little home. We will miss her dearly.

July 4th wedding.

I had the privilege to photograph another wedding in downtown Raleigh, at the same location where I shot a wedding a few months ago. Hayleigh and Ben had such a fun, relaxed wedding. There was nothing forced or stiff about their day, and I think that came through so beautifully in the photos. They were fully present, just drinking in the goodness of their family and friends that surrounded them. And how fun is it to get married on July 4?! They'll get to celebrate with fireworks every single year! Here are just a few of my favorites. Enjoy!

Photography: The A family.

I had the privilege of photographing the most precious family from our church. We have known Cole & Hope since before the birth of their oldest, and it's been such a privilege to watch their family grow. We had a sunny (and hot) day to capture a few family pics, and I think their joy comes through beautifully.

I don't have a lot of opportunities these days to take photos, but I'm always reminded when I do how much FUN it is! Thanks for a really sweet afternoon, A family!

Durant Nature Park.

A free afternoon and a wrong turn landed us here: Durant Nature Park. It was the perfect place to get lost for a few hours, hike around a gorgeous lake, explore a children's sensory garden, and get both kids good and ready for long afternoon naps. If you're in North Raleigh, it's so worth a visit!